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Structure

Bodylight
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 5 years from vintage.

vintage1 yrs5 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryRefreshing And Mineral finish

Aroma: lime blossom, green apple, chalk mineral, herbs

Palate: citrus, pear, fresh mineral, light spice

Light Riesling Federspiel from the Forstreiter estate at Hollenburg; lime-blossom and chalk-mineral freshness for easy enjoyment.

What it pairs with

  • Fried fish with lemon Light body and bright acidity suit fried fish dishes.More wines for fish →
  • Spring rolls The wine's crisp freshness and light body suit light Asian-inspired snacks.
  • Pickled vegetables Acidity and mineral freshness echo the vinegar tang of pickled vegetables.More wines for vegetables and salads →

With cheese

Mostviertler Schofkas Our pick The cheese is often served with tomatoes and cucumbers; a light, dry Riesling Federspiel with citrus freshness lifts the mild, creamy sheep curd without weighing on it.

How to serve Riesling Federspiel Wachau

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass; the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Fried fish with lemon, Spring rolls, Pickled vegetables. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

The Federspiel Riesling is Forstreiter's everyday white; the estate's consistent weekday opening makes it one of the most accessible sources of Wachau Riesling in the region.

  1. 1992Federspiel Riesling first bottled by Forstreiter

Facts

Producer
Weingut Forstreiter · visiting guide
Grapes
Riesling
Classification
Wachau DAC
Oak
Stainless steel; no oak
ABV
12.0%
Price
EUR 12-20 at retail
Drinking window
1-5 from vintage
First vintage
1992

Frequently asked about Riesling Federspiel Wachau

What does Riesling Federspiel Wachau taste like?

On the nose, lime blossom, green apple, chalk mineral, herbs. On the palate, citrus, pear, fresh mineral, light spice. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a refreshing and mineral finish. Light Riesling Federspiel from the Forstreiter estate at Hollenburg; lime-blossom and chalk-mineral freshness for easy enjoyment.

When should I drink Riesling Federspiel Wachau?

Drink 1-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Riesling Federspiel Wachau?

Fried fish with lemon is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Spring rolls and Pickled vegetables. Light body and bright acidity suit fried fish dishes.

What grapes are in Riesling Federspiel Wachau?

The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.

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